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Riverpoint Drive Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 207 Google reviews · Running trail in Leesburg, Virginia · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Riverpoint Drive Trailhead's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Neighborhood park with a hiking trail leading to the Potomac River, and a canoe/kayak launch.
What runners say about Riverpoint Drive Trailhead
“Very scenic and just a short distance from where Goose Creek converges with the Potomac River.”
“The area is quiet and the trails are great with one portion being sandwiched between Goose Creek and an old/empty canal which went to Aldie at one point in time.”
A+. July 1, 2023. This is a hidden gem! We started at the Riverpoint Drive Trailhead, 43942 Riverpoint Dr, Leesburg, VA 20176. It has a small parking lot with a port-a-potty. We walked 4 miles to Selden Island and back. That was 8 miles and it took us 3+ hours. We didn't see any other port-a-potties along the way.
Secluded gem! Tucked away in the neighborhood makes it easy to drive right past the entrance. The parking lot is very small, only 5-6 spots. It’s usually not very busy and offers a port a potty next to the entrance.
Quite a fun place with a nice bunch of trails. The trail to the bridge starts out really nice but gets a little tricky if you want to get down to the water. The views are pretty nice though. If you take the right path towards the river, theres a chance to see a lot of waterfowl, i saw cranes and cormorants.
Parking can be tight but always have been able to get a spot. Great for kayak drop offs. It fairly shaded so if it has rained the past week it’ll probably still be muddy. Can’t really go upstream because there are rapids, could walk around fairly easily. Easy access to the Potomac.
Trail conditions & character
“We started at the Riverpoint Drive Trailhead, 43942 Riverpoint Dr, Leesburg, VA 20176.”
“Very scenic and just a short distance from where Goose Creek converges with the Potomac River.”
“The area is quiet and the trails are great with one portion being sandwiched between Goose Creek and an old/empty canal which went to Aldie at one point in time.”
“It is more primitive so I would make alternative plans for using the restroom or bringing a blanket to have a picnic as we did.”
“Very well cleared, marked, and flat trail along the Potomac, on the Virginia side.”
“It fairly shaded so if it has rained the past week it’ll probably still be muddy.”
“Quite a few ppl were on the trail with dogs and you also walk along the golf course on the opposite side.”
Plan your run at Riverpoint Drive Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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- Phone+1 703-777-0343
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Hours
| Monday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
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